Changes to HICBC

Changes to HICBC

It was announced as part of the Autumn Budget measures that the government will not now proceed with the reform to base the High Income Child Benefit Charge (HICBC) on household incomes.

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Is Income Tax morphing into a stealth tax?

Is Income Tax morphing into a stealth tax?

It is rumoured that the Chancellor will delay any increase in the Income Tax higher rate tax threshold beyond the present April 2028 freeze.

The UK Income Tax higher-rate threshold was last increased

Changing your tax return

Changing your tax return

If you have submitted a self-assessment return and later realise you need to make changes, there are specific rules to follow. This situation might arise if, for instance, you entered a number

Payments on account for self-assessment

Payments on account for self-assessment

Self-assessment taxpayers typically need to pay their Income Tax liabilities in three instalments each year. The first two payments on account are due by 31 January during the tax year and by the 31

Two October self-assessment deadlines

Two October self-assessment deadlines

The deadline for submitting paper self-assessment tax returns for the 2023-24 tax year is 31 October 2024. Late submission of a self-assessment return will generate a £100 late filing penalty. The

Claims to reduce payments on account

Claims to reduce payments on account

Self-assessment taxpayers are usually required to pay their Income Tax liabilities in three instalments each year. The first two payments are due on 31 January during the tax year and 31 July

Myths about self-assessment

Myths about self-assessment

In a recent press release, HMRC addressed some common misconceptions about who needs to file a self-assessment return before the 31 January 2025 deadline and clarifies some of the most widespread

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